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Old May 15, 2005 | 10:40 PM
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Default LS1/T56 setup in a 83 RX7!!!
Are there any good sites or info write ups on the swap?..I went to grannys speed site to check out the kit for the swap...Some pretty interesting stuff...I had a LS1 before, but i got rid of the car...I want a project car to work on...

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www.torquecentral.com is more rx7 specific
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http://www.hinsonsupercars.com/

I'm doing an LS1 swap into a 88 RX7 convertable. I'm ordering my parts from Hinson. He has a good reputation, but sometimes has slow turnaround time on some parts. Quality products, though.

I haven't heard many good things about Granny's.
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My bad... I don't think Hinson makes a kit for a 83. Is that the first generation? He only makes kits for second and third gens (FC and FD).
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well, there are HUNDREDS of SBC powered 1st gens. Shouldn't be any different!
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Yes, I'm sure there are hundreds of 1st gen SBC. I only said that Hinson does not make a kit for them.
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Yes, I'm sure there are hundreds of 1st gen SBC. I only said that Hinson does not make a kit for them.
uh-huh, and nowhere did I mention I was talking to you, didn't realize this was your thread LOL
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Originally Posted by 30th TA 0219
uh-huh, and nowhere did I mention I was talking to you, didn't realize this was your thread LOL
Oh...Guess I misunderstood you. Since you said "well, there are HUNDREDS of SBC powered 1st gens. Shouldn't be any different!", who were you talking to when you said "shouldn't be any different"? I didn't see where your point related to any disscussion except to my post that was right before yours.

So, since this isn't my thread I'll just shut up now.
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